Project Officer South Sudan (32 hours per week 0,89 FTE) in Utrecht

Project Officer South Sudan (32 hours per week 0,89 FTE) PAX is the largest peace organisation in the Netherlands. For the past 75 years, we have been working with local partners in conflict areas worldwide to protect civilians. against violence and war, towards ending armed conflict and building inclusive peace. If you also believe that everyone has the right to a dignified life in a peaceful society, come work with us!

What will you do?

The Project Officer provides administrative and technical support to the successful implementation of the different projects of the South Sudan Team. Furthermore, the Project Officer contributes to the process management of the team as a whole and in reaching the South Sudan programme ambitions.

This includes tasks as partner and contract management, coordination of meetings and events, support in making travel arrangements, project narrative and financial reporting, coordinating activities with the Juba office and providing support in fundraising.

Who are we looking for?

Master degree or equivalent professional level in a relevant field such as international development/ relations or conflict and peace studies;

Proven project management skills, excellence in Excel, Canva is preferred;

Attention to details, budgeting, monitoring and data collection;

Good communication, analytical skills; problem-solving and critical thinking

Inventive and assertive attitude, kind-hearted professional;

Interest in and knowledge of the situation in South Sudan;

Able to work responsibly under pressure; individually as well as in a team;

Fluency in English (including excellent writing skills);

Affinity with PAX’s mission and values;

Eligible to work in the EU. Working form the Brussels office is preferred.

What do we offer?

An interesting position in a dynamic, informal and internationally oriented work environment;

Start date per as soon as possible;

Appointment for 32 hours per week (0,89 fte), initially until the end of June 2027;

Salary scale 8 according to the PKN employment conditions (depending on experience minimum EUR 3.049,91 to maximum EUR 4.140,20 gross per month (based on 36 hours per week);

8% holiday-allowance and 8,3% end of year bonus;

Full reimbursement of commuting expenses, 2nd class public transport;

Flexible working hours and the possibility to work partially from home.

The closing date for applications to this position is

26th October 2026 .

Consultants, interns and volunteers currently working for PAX can apply, but will be taken into consideration as an external candidate if the internal procedure isn’t successful.

At PAX we are looking for motivated colleagues with passion and courage, to build a diverse, inclusive and authentic working environment together. Even if you do not tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply, because who knows, we might be a good match together!

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.

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